Saint Joseph of the Italian town of Cupertino was a Franciscan friar who would levitate while praying. For this reason he is known as the Patron Saint of Pilots and Aviators. This is the perfect pendant for anyone who wants his protection and help. The text on the front of the pendant around the oval outside border reads Saint Joseph of Cupertino Pray For Us. The middle features a highly detailed image of Saint Joseph. On the back of the medal is an image of an airplane with reference to him being the Patron Saint of pilots. What a great way to show your faith with this powerful St. Joseph of Cupertino necklace. The size is perfect for a man to wear, or even a woman who likes larger jewelry. Not huge and not small - just right - is of the scale of a Quarter. The handsome Oval Pendant is made of solid certified genuine .925 Sterling Silver. Makes an ideal devotional based gift, such as Father's Day, Confirmation, Flight School Graduation, Christmas, Birthday for your boyfriend, husband, son or grandson - or even treat yourself! Each piece is hand polished and bright cut etched by jewelry artisans for a beautiful finish. Made entirely in USA by 100+ Year Old Family-Owned Bliss Manufacturing with artisans using their generations of knowledge and skill. Looks great on Works well with any style - formal or casual. Fashioned from top quality .925 Sterling Silver with handmade bright cut & polishing. Pair with the chain option of your choice. Beautiful Gift Box Included Your jewelry comes complete with a beautiful velvet box that is idea for gift giving. Contains a plush pad that the pendant rests on. The box is also the perfect storage to make sure your jewelry is in perfect condition when you are not wearing it. Storage in the box is also the perfect way to avoid scratches when not in use. Choose Your Necklace This pendant is offered in a variety of style necklace choices to meet your needs. Select the options at the top of the page to view the description of the necklace included in that option, as well as all details. Current options include: Pendant Only - Includes a jump ring so you can attach the chain of your own choice (up to 3.5mm thick)24" 2.4mm Rhodium Plated Solid Brass Heavy Curb Chain with Clasp24" 2.4mm Rhodium Plated Endless Solid Brass Heavy Curb Chain24" 1.7mm Rhodium Plated .925 Sterling Silver Medium Curb Chain with Clasp24" 2.2mm Rhodium Plated .925 Sterling Silver Heavy Curb Chain with Clasp Silhouette shows where a 24" chain falls on an average man What is Sterling Silver? While pure silver can be combined with many different types of metals, Sterling Silver is created when combining pure silver with copper. Sterling Silver jewelry can be composed with different amounts of copper but is most often seen with the .925 stamp, meaning that the composition is of 92.5 percent silver and 7.5 percent copper. This has been found to be a good combination for maintaining the silver's durability without harming its sparkle. Caring for Your Heartland Sterling Silver Saint Joseph of Cupertino Pendant Silver, when exposed to the air will always naturally oxidize, i.e. tarnish. To prevent this your Sterling Silver pendant is protected by a clear coat, baked on, lacquer so it is not in direct contact with the air. To ensure the longevity of this protection you should never use silver cleaning products as they will damage coating. You should also make sure your pendant does not come into contact with harsh household chemicals such as bleach, ammonia, or chlorine. If you notice any dirt build up over time you can simply wash the jewelry in a mild dish soap, dry off (do not use anything abrasive) and then shine up with a microfiber cloth - like the ones you get with eyeglasses. As with all fine jewelry, it is highly recommended to not wear your jewelry while showering or swimming - harsh chemicals can damage your jewelry.